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Elizabeth Betty Lyne Lafontaine

Elizabeth Betty Lyne Lafontaine

Jun 6, 2023

Elizabeth “Betty” Lyne Lafontaine

Tuesday, February 17, 1959 Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan - Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Victoria, British Columbia

Betty didn’t want cancer to get the best of her. From the moment of her diagnosis, she insisted on preserving her dignity and her hopefulness; she was protective, proud and grateful...

Gail Cheryl Davies

Gail Cheryl Davies

Jun 6, 2023

Gail Davies was born in Comox, British Columbia on January 28, 1959. She spent most of her life living and experiencing the beauty of the interior – the last few years had her enjoying a return to Vancouver Island life.

Gail passed away after a short, courageous battle with cancer.

She...

Kenneth Murray Webb

Kenneth Murray Webb

Jun 4, 2023

Kenneth Murray Webb passed away at the age of 81 on June 4, 2023, after a courageous struggle with asbestos lung cancer. Ken was born in Victoria on April 2, 1942, and graduated from Victoria High School.  Except for a few working adventures in Australia and the Yukon, he was a proud Victorian. Ken completed his boat-building studies at...

Bob Gossen

Bob Gossen

Jun 4, 2023

Robert Kenneth Gossen, born April 8, 1932 in Waldheim, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023 in Victoria, BC surrounded by his loving family.

Bob was a hardworking, dedicated farmer, and restaurateur. He was a man of many talents and interests. He was an avid traveller and enjoyed exploring Europe, especially Italy...

Dawn Angela Wood

Dawn Angela Wood

Jun 4, 2023

With sadness in our hearts we announce that Dawn Angela Wood passed away peacefully at Royal Jubilee Hospital on Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Born in Ellesmere Port England on January 4, 1943, Dawn spent all of her adult life in British Columbia. Dawn is survived by her spouse Colin, her brothers John(Margaret), Bill(Beryl) and numerous...

Willard James Treleaven

Willard James Treleaven

Jun 3, 2023

Willard James Treleaven

1942- 2023

James Treleaven of Richmond BC died peacefully in his suite at the Trillium Douglas Care Community residence on June 3, 2023 with loving family in attendance.  He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1942.  He was predeceased by his father Errol in...

Ron John Crabtree

Ron John Crabtree

Jun 2, 2023

Born June 1, 1952, and passed away June 2, 2023. He leaves his best friend and loving wife Barbara Duffield; siblings Judy (Alvin Bogoslowski) and Frank Crabtree;  sister-in-law Patty Duffield; and nephews and nieces.  Predeceased by siblings Fred Crabtree and Linda LaCroix.

Ron grew up in Ottawa, studied at University of Waterloo, and built a...

Diane Buckett

Diane Buckett

Jun 2, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diane Buckett (Harris,) born on February 1, 1944 in Winchester, U.K. and passed away on June 2, 2023 in Victoria, B.C. Canada.

Diane was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, friend, and partner. Diane was a life time friend and partner to Colin Buckett, a...

Halsey (Nee Stenning), Cecile R.

Halsey (Nee Stenning), Cecile R.

May 31, 2023

Cecile passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023.

Growing up in Victoria, she will be missed by many long term friends, and family; daughter Kim Clements, son Bob McPhie (Arden); brother Guy; grandchildren Lisa Hill (Andrew), Kaila McPhie (Ben); great grandchildren Oliver, Kayne, Lexi and Hayden; nephews Keith, Derek.

Cecile is...

Robert Gregory Labelle

Robert Gregory Labelle

May 29, 2023

Bob was born in Quebec City on June 5, 1941. His close family growing up included his parents Elzear (Ernie) and Anne Labelle (nee Burgess), his sister Bea and brother Dennis. Bob grew up in Notre-Dame-de-Grace where he attended Loyola High School, displayed his agility in football and sports in general, while acquiring a passionate interest in Jesuit philosophy...

Margot Christine Garmsen

Margot Christine Garmsen

May 29, 2023

Margot Christine Garmsen (Jan. 12, 1925, age 98, née Momsen), born in Flensburg, Germany, grew up in Danzig (today's Gdansk) and passed away in Victoria BC after an illness. Margot was a long-time active Unitarian, starting in the late 1960s in Halifax N.S. She was also very involved with the Red Cross, teaching children with learning disabilities, and working...

Alice Alexandria Zajac

Alice Alexandria Zajac

May 26, 2023

Alice passed away peacefully in Sunrise Assisted Living at the age of 96 years.  She was predeceased by her partner, Foster McNabb, both formerly of Toronto, Ontario.  She will be lovingly missed by her dear friends Seona and John Stephen and by her long time friend Bill King and his family who had so much fun with Alice over...

Ann Kenning

Ann Kenning

May 26, 2023

Kenning, Catherine Ann (nee Clayton) 25 December 1936 – 26 May 2023 of Victoria, after a short, sudden illness.  Beloved and much missed mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, as well as wife and sister, she was a warm, vibrant and engaging presence.

Ann is predeceased by her second husband, Dr. Stuart Kenning; her...

Aubrey Clare Eichel

Aubrey Clare Eichel

May 26, 2023

Aubrey Clare Eichel

My best friend and husband, Aubrey, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 after a long struggle with cancer. Aubrey was born in Indian Head, Saskatchewan and moved to Victoria in ’89 where he became a devoted ‘west-coaster’. Golfing, sailing (RVYC), travelling and good friends were some of his favourite things. He...

Sandra Anita Walters

Sandra Anita Walters

May 23, 2023

Sandy passed peacefully at RJH after losing her battle with cancer.

Born in Sudbury, ON she was the youngest daughter of Henry and Rita Fiedorowicz. Survived by her husband Larry of 44 years, son Charlie, sisters Christina (Ron), Julie, Brenda and brother Stefan (Michaela) and many nieces and nephews.

The majority...

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